A Weekly Selection Served by the House
This August, as we celebrate the opening of MYJN Galerie, tea is being served by the House.
We have chosen a small selection of our favourite teas to share with you whenever you visit. Each week, a different tea will be poured, carefully selected for its character, story, and the little feeling it brings to the room.
The August Tea Selection:
Osmanthus Oolong
A floral note, gently woven into a deeper tea.
Osmanthus Oolong brings together the natural floral fragrance of osmanthus blossoms with the depth and character of oolong tea. The result is a tea that feels both familiar and unexpected, with a softly floral aroma and a rounded, lightly roasted finish.
We chose this one for its refreshing floral character. It is delicate without being overly sweet, making it a lovely tea to begin with when you first arrive at the Galerie.
Brew: 3–5 minutes
A cup for: a gentle afternoon, a quiet conversation, or the first pause of your visit.
Longjing Tea
A tea of tradition, and a familiar beginning.
Longjing, also known as Dragon Well, is one of the most recognisable traditional Chinese green teas. Its flat, hand-shaped leaves and clear, fresh character have made it a treasured tea for generations.
For us, Longjing carries something more personal. It is the most sentimental selection in our August tea journal, rooted in a childhood memory shared by our Creative Director.
Its flavour is fresh and mellow, with a delicate vegetal character and a clean finish.
Brew: 2–3 minutes
A cup for: remembering home, familiar rituals, and stories passed down through generations.
Kukicha
A Japanese green tea with a different kind of character.
Kukicha is a Japanese green tea made primarily from the stems and stalks of the tea plant rather than only the leaves. This gives it a character distinct from more familiar leaf-based green teas, with a light, clean and gently savoury profile.
We chose Kukicha as a change of rhythm within our selection. After a floral oolong and a traditional Longjing, it brings a distinctly Japanese expression to the table.
Its lighter character makes it especially refreshing, with a gentle taste that is easy to enjoy throughout the day.
Brew: 1–2 minutes
A cup for: a fresh start, an afternoon visit, or simply something a little different.
Why Tea?
- A conversation with our Creative Director.
What first introduced you to tea?
I think I was heavily influenced by my grandfather. He loved tea and would always make a few cups for us whenever we were together. He would tell me that tea was good for the body, and I grew up hearing that from him. But what stayed with me was more than that. I think I was drawn to the whole ritual of it, watching him prepare the tea, pour it into our cups, and have us sit around together. Those little moments were probably my first memories of tea, and somehow, they stayed with me.
What do you remember most about those moments?
I remember he had a set of purple clay teaware that he really loved. He was so excited when he first got it and always handled it carefully whenever he made tea. He would often make tea in the afternoons and ask us, “Do y’all want some tea?” Of course, we always did. We were young and curious, so we would sit around him, asking questions and watching him prepare the tea. His favourite was Longjing. Whenever he travelled, he would bring some home and make it for us.
Did you drink tea with him often when you were young?
I did, many times. I loved watching the leaves slowly unfold as he brewed the tea, and I was always quite excited for that first sip. When I grew older, it became the other way around. Whenever I visited him, I would ask, “Gong Gong, do you want some tea? I can brew it for you.” It became our little ritual. They were very simple moments, but I think those are the ones I remember most. Looking back, they are some of my fondest memories of him.
Is that why you wanted to share tea at the House?
I think so. Tea became meaningful to me because of everything that comes with it. The people, the conversations, and the time spent together. For me, tea has never really been just about the tea. It carries memories. Sometimes, a cup of tea can remind you of a person, a place, or a moment that you haven't thought about in years.
What do you hope people feel when they are served tea at the House?
I hope it feels like a simple gesture of welcome. Nothing too formal. Just a cup of tea for you to enjoy while you are here. Maybe you sit for a little while, have a conversation, look around the House, or simply enjoy your tea. I think that is what I like about tea. It gives us a reason to sit together for a little longer.
A Different Tea, Every Week
The selection will take turns throughout August, so each visit may bring a different cup.
From a floral oolong, to a tea rooted in family memories, to a Japanese green tea with its own quiet character, each has been chosen to offer a different experience of tea.
Come by the House, take a seat, and let us pour you a cup.
Written on 11 August 2026, by MYJN.
